One rose turned into messages, a phone call, a first date, a bus tour, and eventually a weekend trip in the bus with Calliope, the dog Daniel was dog sitting. By some miracle, an almost problem free bus trip occurred, and Mackenzie was hooked on bus life, although admittedly prefers when the bus is stationary!

Over time, what started as bus adventures and weekly trips to our favorite taco spot grew into something much deeper. There were quirky moments, like Daniel hosting a murder mystery party where Mackenzie portrayed a villainous, (although innocent) Dr.Doodle. There were also quiet ones (although few and far between), like chatting sitting together on the floor next to an electric heater, rotating like a rotisserie chicken when one side heated up. Daniel affectionately calls these, “chicken chats” and amongst one of these spins, we realized not only how much we liked each other but also how much we wanted to build a life together. On the ground, next to a heater, Daniel first told Mackenzie he loves her.

So far, that life has included moving in together, countless bus trips, traveling to visit friends and family, and regularly enjoying dinner with their parents. (Have we mentioned how grateful we are for family?)

Now, here we are, ready to take the next step and celebrate this beautiful journey with all of you. We're thankful for the rose that brought us together, for the love we’ve cultivated, and for the future we’re excited to share.

Thank you for being part of our story. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!